Frequently Asked Questions
Why should I choose the Construction Institute for Professional Education?
The Construction Institute combines practical, industry-focused education with opportunities to learn from experienced instructors and professionals across the architecture, engineering, construction, and facilities management fields.
Who teaches Construction Institute courses?
Our instructors are experienced industry professionals who bring real-world knowledge, practical insights, and years of experience into the classroom. They understand the challenges participants face because they have encountered them in their own work.
Who can benefit from Construction Institute programs?
Our programs are designed for architects, engineers, contractors, subcontractors, owners, and facilities and asset managers. This multidisciplinary approach exposes participants to different perspectives and helps them better understand the people with whom they work.
Does the Construction Institute offer Leadership training?
Yes. Our industry-specific leadership programs help professionals at every career stage strengthen their skills, expand their confidence, and prepare for greater responsibility within the design and construction industry.
Is the Construction Institute more than an education provider?
Yes. When you participate in a Construction Institute program, you become part of a professional community. Our courses and events provide opportunities to build relationships, exchange ideas, and develop a network that can support you throughout your career.
Can I earn continuing education credit through your courses?
In addition to CI certificates and digital badges, most Construction Institute courses offer continuing education credit, including credit recognized by respected professional organizations such as the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and the Construction Management Association of America (CMAA). Available credits vary by course, so please review the individual course description for details.
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Continuing Education Credit (CEUs)
A credit value is assigned to Construction Institute workshops and seminars in both Professional Development Hours and Learning Units.
American Institute of Architects (AIA)
The Construction Institute is registered with the American Institute of Architects (AIA) as an approved CES provider of Learning Units (LU). One educational contact hour equals one (1) LU. To receive LUs through the Construction Institute, you must provide your AIA member number on all registration materials and attendance forms. Transcripts are available through www.aia.org.
CMAA Recertification Points Provider
The Construction Institute is a CMAA Recertification Point Provider and is committed to providing education that meets the CMCI Board of Governors standard. Programs and workshops approved to award renewal points will be identified with the CMAA Renewal Point Provider logo. For more information, please visit the CCM Recertification Point Provider webpage.
NY Professional Engineering and Land Surveying
Courses that have AIA LU's are also approved for NYS CE. Please note that workshops that are non-technical, do not address engineering issues, or those that deal exclusively with codes are not eligible for engineering PDH.
Other Credits
The following organizations have indicated that they honor learning time that is eligible for AIA Learning Units. Credit is likely to be given, but not guaranteed. The method for applying is self-reporting.
International Interior Design Association (IIDA): http://www.iida.org/content.cfm/nicaform.
Note about Credits
Not all courses and educational activities offered may be acceptable for continuing education credit in your state. Please check your state licensing board’s requirements before submitting your credits.
Workshop Assessments
The Construction Institute offers workshop assessments to participants to complete at the end of each workshop to assess basic knowledge of the workshop topic. These assessments will be online and distributed to participants via email after the completion of each workshop.
Certificates of participation will be distributed to participants after successful completion of the workshop assessment.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations for in-person workshops must be made five (5) business days prior to the workshop for a refund. Substitutions may be made before the start date of any workshop.
Workshops may be rescheduled due to instructor conflict. We reserve the right to cancel due to insufficient enrollment, in which case workshop fees will be refunded in full.
Recording and Photographic Release
Registration and attendance at, or participation in, Construction Institute workshops and other activities constitutes an agreement by the registrant to the use and distribution (both now and in the future) of the registrant or attendee’s image or voice in photographs, videotapes, electronic reproductions, and audiotapes of such events and activities by the Construction Institute. No other recording is allowed.